Share & Grow: Writers’ Favorites Mixer
Thursday, August 14 at 12 – 1pm PDT
A FREE Virtual Event
Unable to attend? No worries. Register anyway and receive the replay!
It’s time for another Share & Tell… with a twist! Join WNBA-San Francisco for a “Share & Grow” Mixer on August 14th at 12pm PDT.
This month’s networking event is all about the tools, tips, and treasures that help us on our writing journeys. Whether it’s a favorite book on craft, must-have app, writing event, motivating podcast, or a creative ritual that keeps you going, bring a resource to share—and get ready to discover something new.
During this event, everyone will have a few minutes to:
- Share: Their favorite writing resource
- Grow: Set a goal, based on a new discovery
You’ll walk away with fresh ideas, new connections, and maybe even a few game-changers. As Debra Eckerling, the WNBA-SF networking ambassador, says: “You can’t reach your goals on your own, you need your people: they are your ambassadors, resources, and cheerleaders.”
Whether you’re a seasoned author or just getting started, everyone has something valuable to contribute. Let’s come together, lift each other up, and grow stronger—one favorite at a time.
It’s a MIXER, so please share this event and bring a literary friend or two to join the virtual fun! There will be a virtual guest book so you can share your contact info – and favorite links – there too.
About the Host
Debra Eckerling is the award-winning author of Your Goal Guide and 52 Secrets for Goal-Setting & Goal-Getting. A goal strategist and the creator of the D*E*B METHOD® for Goal-Setting Simplified, Debra offers personal and professional planning, networking strategy, and book proposal development, for entrepreneurs, consultants, and creatives. The networking ambassador for WNBA – San Francisco, Debra has spoken on stages for TEDx, Innovation Women, SCORE LA, and more. She is the founder of the Write On Online community, as well as host of the GoalChat and Taste Buds with Deb podcasts. Learn more about Deb on our website.
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Saturday, September 6, 2025
2:00 PM
Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Library (Civic Center)
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